Ruth Audrey Killinger
May 12, 1932 ~ March 14, 2018
Resided in:
The Villages, FL
The Villages, Florida - Ruth A Killinger, formerly of Portland, was granted her angel wings on March 14th, 2018 in The Villages, Florida.
Ruth was born May 12, 1932 in Portland, daughter of the late Lewis and Matti Kenney. She lived in the majority of her life in Portland and moved to the Villages in 2008.
Throughout her career, Ruth worked at Union Mutual Life Insurance Company / Unum for 42 years. She was a member of the Red Hat Ladies and was a member of the VFW Auxiliary in South Portland for many years. Ruthie, as she was known, was loved by all.
Ruth was predeceased by her son-in-law's, Herbie Welch and Steve Lowell.
She is survived by her son, Leo Killinger and his wife Tish, daughter, Virginia "Ginny" Lawless and her husband Dale, Rosetta "Rosie" Wyman and Denise Lowell. Ruth was blessed with 14 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren, and 4 great-great grandchildren.
Visiting hours celebrating Ruthie's life will be held on Monday, March 19 from 5-8PM at the Conroy-Tully Walker South Portland Chapel, 1024 Broadway, South Portland. A Graveside Service will be held on Tuesday, March 20 at 10AM at Forest City Cemetery, Lincoln Street, South Portland. To view Ruthie's memorial page or to share an online condolence, please visit www.ConroyTullyWalker.com
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the VFW Post 6859, 687 Forest Ave., Portland, Maine 04103
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I’m sorry to learn Ruthie has passed. I grew up across the street from her and my middle name, Ruth, is for her. She babysat me when I was little and our families were always friendly. I took care of a couple of her children when I was a young teen. My Mom was always fond of Ruthie. The last time I saw Ruthie was at my Mom’s wake in 2001. I was so glad to see her that night. Leo, Ginnie, Rosie and Denise, my thoughts are with you.
Linda Ruth White
– Linda White
Leo, Tish, Katie, Nick, Ginnie, Dale and all of the family and friends of Ruth. My sincere condolences, love and prayers for you all during these difficult days. She was a lovely and loving woman with a good heart. May she rest in peace. Heart hugs my friends.
– Dotty Brown
Leo, Ginny, Rosie and Denise and families, I am so sorry to read of your mother’s passing. I am glad I was able to visit with her two years ago on my way home from Florida. I wasn’t able to stop last year but was looking forward to visiting her again this year. Lots of good memories from our years at Second Parish. She was a wonderful person and so interested in knowing all about my family.
John Griffith
– John Griffith